More power for Porsche Macan Turbo

German brand has upped the ante for its mid-size SUV with new Performance Package.

01 September 2016Dom Tripolone

2017 Porsche Macan Turbo with Performance Package. Photo: Supplied

2017 Porsche Macan Turbo with Performance Package. Photo: Supplied

2017 Porsche Macan Turbo with Performance Package. Photo: Supplied

2017 Porsche Macan Turbo with Performance Package. Photo: Supplied

Porsche has added a new range-topping variant to its SUV range with the new Macan Turbo with Performance Package.

The German brand's 3.6-litre twin-turbo V6 petrol engine has been uprated to produce 324kW and 600Nm, which represents a 30kW and 50Nm increase over the regular Turbo model.

2017 Porsche Macan Turbo with Performance Package. Photo: Supplied

This power increase allows it to sprint from 0-100km/h in just 4.4 seconds, which is 0.4 seconds quicker than the stock Macan Turbo and has a top speed of 272km/h.

To go along with the extra grunt, Porsche has also added bigger brakes with red brake callipers and features a lower body and sports exhaust. It also offers the brand's Sports Chrono Package which when in Sports Plus mode ensures shorter shifts from the PDK auto.

Porsche is also offering two optional packages, an exterior and interior package.

The Turbo Exterior Package includes 21-inch gloss-black alloy-wheels, LED headlights and black elements.